SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE
ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS
RECORD GROUP NUMBER
RG 131
Loveland Chapel Records,
1962-
Written by
Jeffrey Monseau
January, 2012
Shelf space occupied .4 linear feet
Number of boxes 1 boxes _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 2
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
INFORMATION ON USE OF THE COLLECTION
TERMS OF ACCESS AND USE
Unrestricted
PREFERRED CITATION
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information (in addition to any other information required by the citation style being used):
RG130 – Loveland Chapel Records, box #, folder #, Archives and Special Collections, Springfield College, Springfield, Mass.
HISTORY OF THE COLLECTION
There was no formal acquisition of the materials for this collection. The collection is artificially created. Materials were received from different places at different times. The Acquisition sources and dates of the materials are unknown.
Collection arranged by Jeffrey Monseau, January, 2012.
ARRANGEMENT
Since this is an artificially created collection there is no original order. The collection is organized as follows: general information, planning memos, meeting minutes, correspondence, dedication materials (including audio tapes), newspaper articles, and photographs of the exterior and interior of the building. Wherever possible the original order of the materials, in particular correspondence and official documentation in box 1 folders 3 & 4, was kept. Other than digitized materials, there is no apparent order within the folders.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 3
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
RELATED MATERIALS
In Archives and Special Collections, Springfield College, Springfield, Mass.:
Digital Collections – For all Digital Images of Photographs and Documents
Springfield College Building and Grounds Records
Springfield College Trustee Records
Springfield College Marketing and Communication Records--Scrapbooks and News Clippings
Campus Ministries Records
Child Development Center Records
Office of the President Records
East Campus Records
SEARCH TERMS AND SUBJECTS
The following terms represent persons, organizations, and topics documented in this collection.
Springfield College
Springfield College--Buildings
Loveland Chapel
Loveland, Norman S.
East Campus
Chapels
Kent, Haines W.
Organs
Alfred P. Casella
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 4
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
HISTORICAL/BIOGRAPHICAL NOTE
In 1946, Norman and Ruth Loveland established a fund for the construction of a chapel on the campus of Springfield College. The intent of the chapel was, in their words, “to help maintain the spiritual character of Springfield College.” Mr. Loveland, a businessman from Bristol, CT, was a man with deep roots at Springfield College. He was a 1924 graduate of Springfield College, a Tarbell Medallion recipient, and had served as a member of the Board of Trustees. From 1946 till their deaths, Mr. Loveland (1965) and his wife, Ruth (1968), the couple made regular contributions to the “chapel” fund. Upon Mrs. Loveland’s death, a lump sum bequest of $275,000 was made to the college. This bequest required that a chapel be built within ten years. At that time, the chapel fund exceeded $350,000. Under the leadership of President Wilbert E. Locklin, it was determined that a chapel should be built on the East Campus. This site was chosen with the intent to establish an active ongoing presence at East Campus.
A task force chaired by Rev. Kenneth Childs was gathered. The task force had representation from Community Education, Department of Recreation, College Campgrounds, Department of Biology, The Physical Plant Department and the Student Body. Among those assisting the task force was Dr. John Brainerd, a retired professor of biology and conservation. He was charged with design considerations with specific emphasis placed on designing a structure that would blend into the woodland setting and utilizing natural materials and design with a focus on energy conservation.
Alfred P. Casella, of Agawam, was chosen as the architect. Previously, the firm designed the physical education complex on campus. Built of wood and stone, the 5,000 sq. ft. structure incorporates environmental awareness in terms of energy efficiency. Ciocca Construction Corporation of Springfield was chosen as the contractor.
Groundbreaking for Loveland Chapel took place on September 15, 1980 and the chapel was completed in June of 1981. Dedication of the building was held on May 30, 1981. Of special note the dedication recognized the following features that were donated:
 The Allen Organ - W. Haines Kent, Class of 1924 donated the Allen Organ to the chapel. The organ had been gifted to him upon his retirement as state executive of the Pennsylvania YMCA in 1962. His gift to the chapel was “in appreciation of the four years he spent here preparing for his Y work.”
 The Gates - The gates, erected on Wilbraham Road at the entrance to the chapel grounds are actually the originally1910 Pratt Field Gates, which had been in storage for over a decade after they were finally removed from their original location.
 Stained Glass Windows - Mrs. Vera Brown, sister of Mrs. Carol Loveland, donated a stained glass window in memory of Norman and Ruth Loveland. Another stained glass window, depicting the Springfield College triangle, was donated in honor of Philip W. Breux, Class of 1938, upon his retirement as “a YMCA professional from 1935-1981.”
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 5
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
The building itself was visualized as “an academic chapel” or non-denominational chapel. Its open floor nave could accommodate 150 people. Also incorporated in its utilitarian design was a conference room and apartment that originally was envisioned to be used by an “East Campus Coordinator.” In 1988, under the leadership of President Frank Falcone, Loveland Chapel became The Child Development Center which remains its use to this day.
CHRONOLOGY
1946 Establishment of chapel fund by Norman, Class of 1924, and Carol Loveland
1970 Settlement of Loveland Estate. Chapel fund closed with balance in excess of $350,000
1980 September 15 - Groundbreaking at East Campus
1981 May 30 - Dedication of Loveland Chapel
1988 Opening of Child Development Center
Biography and Chronology written by Sheila Thompson, 2012 _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 6
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
SCOPE AND CONTENT
This collection documents the construction, opening, and the history of the Loveland Chapel. The collection contains general information, news articles, correspondence, planning documents, and photographs. The collection contains memos and meeting minutes on the planning and design of the Chapel. There are also many documents on the dedication ceremonies. Of particular interest is the list of donors for the Allen organ, donated by Haines W. Kent. Photographs include pictures of the interior as well as the original apartment that existed in the chapel. _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 7
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
Folder List
BOX
FOLDER
CONTENTS
DATE
DIGITAL
1
1
General Information
N/A
No Digital Files
1
2
Misc. Printed Materials
Undated
No Digital Files
1
3
Correspondence, Meeting Minutes & Misc. Materials
1980-1981?
No Digital Files
1
4
Marketing Materials, News Releases, Drafts, Misc. Materials
1980-1981?
No Digital Files
1
5
Dedication Programs
1981
No Digital Files
1
6
Dedication Speeches
1981
No Digital Files
1
7
Dedication Audio Tapes (3 cassette tapes)
1981-05-30
No Digital Files
1
8
Stained Glass Windows (Dedication Materials)
1982
No Digital Files
1
9
Allen Organ Materials (including roster of contributors)
1962-1981
No Digital Files
1
10
Newspaper Articles
1980-1981
No Digital Files
1
11
Photographs: Groundbreaking
1980-09-16
No Digital Files
1
12
Photographs: Construction
1980-1981?
Digital Files
1
13
Photographs: Dedication
1981-05-30
Digital Files
1
14
Photographs: Exterior
1981-1990?
Digital Files
1
15
Photographs: Interior
1981-2000?
Digital Files
1
16
Photographs: Interior – Apartment
1981?
No Digital Files
1
17
Artwork/Sketches
1980-1981?
Digital Files

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SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE
ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS
RECORD GROUP NUMBER
RG 131
Loveland Chapel Records,
1962-
Written by
Jeffrey Monseau
January, 2012
Shelf space occupied .4 linear feet
Number of boxes 1 boxes _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 2
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
INFORMATION ON USE OF THE COLLECTION
TERMS OF ACCESS AND USE
Unrestricted
PREFERRED CITATION
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information (in addition to any other information required by the citation style being used):
RG130 – Loveland Chapel Records, box #, folder #, Archives and Special Collections, Springfield College, Springfield, Mass.
HISTORY OF THE COLLECTION
There was no formal acquisition of the materials for this collection. The collection is artificially created. Materials were received from different places at different times. The Acquisition sources and dates of the materials are unknown.
Collection arranged by Jeffrey Monseau, January, 2012.
ARRANGEMENT
Since this is an artificially created collection there is no original order. The collection is organized as follows: general information, planning memos, meeting minutes, correspondence, dedication materials (including audio tapes), newspaper articles, and photographs of the exterior and interior of the building. Wherever possible the original order of the materials, in particular correspondence and official documentation in box 1 folders 3 & 4, was kept. Other than digitized materials, there is no apparent order within the folders.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 3
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
RELATED MATERIALS
In Archives and Special Collections, Springfield College, Springfield, Mass.:
Digital Collections – For all Digital Images of Photographs and Documents
Springfield College Building and Grounds Records
Springfield College Trustee Records
Springfield College Marketing and Communication Records--Scrapbooks and News Clippings
Campus Ministries Records
Child Development Center Records
Office of the President Records
East Campus Records
SEARCH TERMS AND SUBJECTS
The following terms represent persons, organizations, and topics documented in this collection.
Springfield College
Springfield College--Buildings
Loveland Chapel
Loveland, Norman S.
East Campus
Chapels
Kent, Haines W.
Organs
Alfred P. Casella
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 4
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
HISTORICAL/BIOGRAPHICAL NOTE
In 1946, Norman and Ruth Loveland established a fund for the construction of a chapel on the campus of Springfield College. The intent of the chapel was, in their words, “to help maintain the spiritual character of Springfield College.” Mr. Loveland, a businessman from Bristol, CT, was a man with deep roots at Springfield College. He was a 1924 graduate of Springfield College, a Tarbell Medallion recipient, and had served as a member of the Board of Trustees. From 1946 till their deaths, Mr. Loveland (1965) and his wife, Ruth (1968), the couple made regular contributions to the “chapel” fund. Upon Mrs. Loveland’s death, a lump sum bequest of $275,000 was made to the college. This bequest required that a chapel be built within ten years. At that time, the chapel fund exceeded $350,000. Under the leadership of President Wilbert E. Locklin, it was determined that a chapel should be built on the East Campus. This site was chosen with the intent to establish an active ongoing presence at East Campus.
A task force chaired by Rev. Kenneth Childs was gathered. The task force had representation from Community Education, Department of Recreation, College Campgrounds, Department of Biology, The Physical Plant Department and the Student Body. Among those assisting the task force was Dr. John Brainerd, a retired professor of biology and conservation. He was charged with design considerations with specific emphasis placed on designing a structure that would blend into the woodland setting and utilizing natural materials and design with a focus on energy conservation.
Alfred P. Casella, of Agawam, was chosen as the architect. Previously, the firm designed the physical education complex on campus. Built of wood and stone, the 5,000 sq. ft. structure incorporates environmental awareness in terms of energy efficiency. Ciocca Construction Corporation of Springfield was chosen as the contractor.
Groundbreaking for Loveland Chapel took place on September 15, 1980 and the chapel was completed in June of 1981. Dedication of the building was held on May 30, 1981. Of special note the dedication recognized the following features that were donated:
 The Allen Organ - W. Haines Kent, Class of 1924 donated the Allen Organ to the chapel. The organ had been gifted to him upon his retirement as state executive of the Pennsylvania YMCA in 1962. His gift to the chapel was “in appreciation of the four years he spent here preparing for his Y work.”
 The Gates - The gates, erected on Wilbraham Road at the entrance to the chapel grounds are actually the originally1910 Pratt Field Gates, which had been in storage for over a decade after they were finally removed from their original location.
 Stained Glass Windows - Mrs. Vera Brown, sister of Mrs. Carol Loveland, donated a stained glass window in memory of Norman and Ruth Loveland. Another stained glass window, depicting the Springfield College triangle, was donated in honor of Philip W. Breux, Class of 1938, upon his retirement as “a YMCA professional from 1935-1981.”
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 5
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
The building itself was visualized as “an academic chapel” or non-denominational chapel. Its open floor nave could accommodate 150 people. Also incorporated in its utilitarian design was a conference room and apartment that originally was envisioned to be used by an “East Campus Coordinator.” In 1988, under the leadership of President Frank Falcone, Loveland Chapel became The Child Development Center which remains its use to this day.
CHRONOLOGY
1946 Establishment of chapel fund by Norman, Class of 1924, and Carol Loveland
1970 Settlement of Loveland Estate. Chapel fund closed with balance in excess of $350,000
1980 September 15 - Groundbreaking at East Campus
1981 May 30 - Dedication of Loveland Chapel
1988 Opening of Child Development Center
Biography and Chronology written by Sheila Thompson, 2012 _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 6
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
SCOPE AND CONTENT
This collection documents the construction, opening, and the history of the Loveland Chapel. The collection contains general information, news articles, correspondence, planning documents, and photographs. The collection contains memos and meeting minutes on the planning and design of the Chapel. There are also many documents on the dedication ceremonies. Of particular interest is the list of donors for the Allen organ, donated by Haines W. Kent. Photographs include pictures of the interior as well as the original apartment that existed in the chapel. _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Art Linkletter Natatorium Records Page 7
Archives and Special Collections
Babson Library, Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts
Folder List
BOX
FOLDER
CONTENTS
DATE
DIGITAL
1
1
General Information
N/A
No Digital Files
1
2
Misc. Printed Materials
Undated
No Digital Files
1
3
Correspondence, Meeting Minutes & Misc. Materials
1980-1981?
No Digital Files
1
4
Marketing Materials, News Releases, Drafts, Misc. Materials
1980-1981?
No Digital Files
1
5
Dedication Programs
1981
No Digital Files
1
6
Dedication Speeches
1981
No Digital Files
1
7
Dedication Audio Tapes (3 cassette tapes)
1981-05-30
No Digital Files
1
8
Stained Glass Windows (Dedication Materials)
1982
No Digital Files
1
9
Allen Organ Materials (including roster of contributors)
1962-1981
No Digital Files
1
10
Newspaper Articles
1980-1981
No Digital Files
1
11
Photographs: Groundbreaking
1980-09-16
No Digital Files
1
12
Photographs: Construction
1980-1981?
Digital Files
1
13
Photographs: Dedication
1981-05-30
Digital Files
1
14
Photographs: Exterior
1981-1990?
Digital Files
1
15
Photographs: Interior
1981-2000?
Digital Files
1
16
Photographs: Interior – Apartment
1981?
No Digital Files
1
17
Artwork/Sketches
1980-1981?
Digital Files

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